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La Roche, New Caledonia
Loyalty Islands · New Caledonia
La Roche is a small town in Loyalty Islands, New Caledonia with a population of 550. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 550 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Coordinates | -21.4780°, 168.0259° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |
| Country | 🇳🇨 New Caledonia |
| State / Province | Loyalty Islands |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.7 inches (1,517 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About La Roche
La Roche is a small town in New Caledonia (Loyalty Islands) with a population of 550. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Noumea.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.2°F |
| 36% above New Caledonia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 228 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 371.2 sq mi (961.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -21.4780°N, 168.0259°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Noumea |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 2.0 m (7 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1997 | NEW CALEDONIA | Unknown | 2.0 m | — | 25 km |
| 2017 | LOYALTY ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 69 km |
| 2017 | LOYALTY ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.2 m | — | 119 km |
| 2017 | LOYALTY ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 88 km |
| 2017 | LOYALTY ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 59 km |
| 2017 | LOYALTY ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 69 km |
| 2011 | VANUATU ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 105 km |
| 2011 | LOYALTY ISLANDS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | — | 139 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 7.8 in | Warmest |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 8.7 in | Wettest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 in | |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 4.9 in |
La Roche has a seasonal temperature swing of 11°F / from 68°F in August to 79°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 59.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.7") and September the driest (2.6").
Schools in La Roche
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collège de La Roche | — | — | — | — |
| École Chatyoli de La Roche | — | — | — | — |
| Antenne de Lycée Professionnel de Maré La Roche | — | — | — | — |
| École de Atha | — | — | — | — |
| École de Tawainedre | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near La Roche
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in La Roche
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| marché communal | |||||
| Marché Comunal de Tadine |
Restaurants in La Roche
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in La Roche
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near La Roche
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maré Airport | MEE | Medium Airport |
| Tiga Airport | TGJ | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in La Roche
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Poste de La Roche |
Churches & Religious Organizations in La Roche
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église de La Roche | |
| Église de La Roche | |
| Église de La Roche | |
| Église de La Roche | |
| Église de La Roche | |
| Église de Tawainedre | |
| Église Notre-Dame-de-la-Visitation |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of La Roche?
La Roche has a population of 550 residents and is located in New Caledonia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 371.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in La Roche?
La Roche has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 228 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.7 inches.